Things To Do In Mississauga

Mississauga is Canada’s sixth biggest city that is situated along the coastline of Lake Ontario. Historic sites and nature conservation parks make Mississauga a favored travel destination. Extensive, diverse and captivating for the most perceiving guest, Mississauga's social scene has unlimited alternatives for you to explore. Port Credit is the nearest neighborhood to Lake Ontario that is full of shops, restaurants, and promenade areas where you can run, walk, or ride a bike. You may also visit the library (Mississauga Central Library) or just relax by enjoying the view. In the evening it is always full of young people, groups of friends, or families with children who stop by this amusing community in Mississauga.

When To Go:

The high season in Mississauga begins during the summer months of June to August where it can be warm and damp, with intermittent rainstorms. Amid the fall season, the leaves start to change shades in September and proceed through November. Winters can be chilly, with blasts of daylight going hand in hand with snowfall and solid winds. Snow starts around November and can last until April. The low season months (March until May) and the spring season can be unusual and stormy.

Here the top things todo and discover in the city of Mississauga…

Rattray Marsh Conservation Area

The Rattray Marsh Conservation Area is a fantastic place and a good starting point to begin a tour of Mississauga City. It is located right inside the wild woods where you can stroll along its paved road and wooden walkways while admiring the maple trees and marshes. The beautiful hiking trail yields chances to see a squirrel, coyote, lots of birds, and other animals that are endemic to Canada. There are no bike lanes in this area because much of the walkways require climbing up and down stairs that will lead to another section of the conservation area.

It is not advisable for people with limited mobility or has knee problems to tour this eco-friendly site because of the lack of access road. The boardwalk trails also connect to the Jack Darling Memorial Park, another interesting nature focused promenade park of Mississauga. Make time to visit and spend at least half a day to understand the importance of this beautiful nature park (to provide balance of the rich eco-system) to the city.

Mississauga Central Library

Be sure to visit and enjoy the Mississauga Central Library while you’re in the city. It is a well structured and organized library with a good collection of titles and complete reference information if you need to do research or a quiet time and place for studying. This structure is an ideal example of mid-century current structural planning. The Library was just recently renovated and upgraded all its features since 2011 to keep up with the pace and demand for modernization and preserve its authenticity. The overall scale and solid flat lines are cut by sensitive verticals, giving the structure a fragile and modern appeal. The subtle elements in the rebuilding incorporate period furniture and ornate lighting and fixtures.

It's placed near the Square One Shopping Complex, Living Arts Center and the Sheridan School of Trade. You can view all the sections of the library along different floors, but the most popular or frequently visited is the section that is dedicated for kids. It's an exceptionally welcoming spot for kids to pick a book and after that unwind and invest time to read and find a quiet corner. The staff is generally useful and attentive to everyone’s needs. With everything taken into account, it is an incredible library designed for everybody!

Port Credit Village

Port Credit Village is a flourishing community that is nestled along the banks of Lake Ontario with idyllic views of the nearby Toronto City skyline (more prominent of these is the latest upscale condominium to rise in the city with a “twisted” design- The Marilyn Monroe Building), a busy port, and row of docked private yachts and fishing boats, a beautiful lighthouse, and a lively marina that gets more vibrant and alive after dark. The lovely marina is where sailors and practitioners of water sports meet. It is a very pleasant place, with good restaurants, and an awesome view of the lake. Take a stroll along the shops on Lakeshore Drive; you can also enjoy a good cup of coffee while admiring the local scenery.

The town itself is very mediocre (one long main street), but it has everything you need. It is the kind of place that you would like to retire and live in the future, quiet, simple, but highly modernized. There are lots of neat parks that encompass this town and a solo kayak adventure can be arranged along its waters. Fishing is also allowed. If you’re a nature lover you can stay along the lake and watch ducks and other migratory birds that swoop down their wings on this part of the city before sunset.

The Benares Historic House

Commander James Harris was a British military officer amid the rule of Queen Victoria in 1837 and The Benares Historic House was the foundation of his bequest. He bought this huge estate and lived here until his death beside his loving wife. A short stroll through the recreation center like setting brings you to the amazing red-block Georgian style home where four eras of the Harris and Sayers families existed. The property which was established since 1918 was handed over in 1968 to the Ontario Heritage Foundation by his great grandchildren.

Recently, the house has been restored to reflect the tranquil and exquisite look of 1918 lifestyle. With its hand tailored furniture, you can feel the warmth and admire the great artisan skills meticulously applied on each piece. It is a dream of benevolent living from the early twentieth century. Loaded with unique family treasures and memorabilia from inside and outside, the tour guides inject fun and laughter during the tour by narrating stories about the family, their tradition, habits, and customs, as you are lead all the way into the house from top to bottom. The unique family relics of each room is also highlighted, especially the antique 1895 doll house that resembles the Benares house itself. This Georgian inspired is worth a visit and provides a touch of elegance and being classy to the city of Mississauga.

Mississauga Heritage Foundation

If you head out driving along Dundas Street (at the eastern part of Southdown Road), you will see the Grande that houses this association. The Mississauga Heritage Foundation provides the historic side of the city complete with pictures, books, and short films. The amiable staffs here are all knowledgeable on the entire history of the city as well as being responsible and aware of what they are doing. The place sends a strong message that it is essential to know where we are going later on if we know so well about our past.

The heritage foundation was created because the city has lots of historic structures that need proper concern by the authorities. Some of these historic sites that you can find in Mississauga includes; History may not be enormous in being taught at the secondary school level, it is absolutely is the Bradley House, Benares Estate, the Cawthra-Elliott Estate and the graveyard found at the Anglican Church. Actually, the former Mississauga Councilor David Cook has composed a few books identifying with the neighborhood history of the city. It is advisable that you look at this spot if your occupied travel itinerary will permit for it is a vital interest in the study of cultural heritage of an endearing city.

Lake Aquitaine Park

The famous Lake Aquitaine Park is a great and well planned recreational complex that is located in the center of Meadowvale, Mississauga. For a lot of varied reasons, it is best to see this lake because it is one the well- maintained parks of the city that is ideal for exercise or for those who wants to stay in shape or get physically active. At present there are exercise stations scattered along the central park towards the lake. On weekends there are a variety of activities you can try out like; aerobics, Zumba dance, flash mob exercise programs, etc. This park is also ideal for walking/ biking exercises. There are clear bike lanes provided for the cycling buffs that need to sweat it out while admiring the view of the serene lake.

The recreation center is also appropriate for families with children. Kids will surely love running around the open meadow and to take a dip for a good swim in the lake. It is one of the best things to do here during summer. The recreation center provides every guest with their man-made lake a manmade lake with an open pathway that surrounds it.

The complex is also equipped with a constrained grass region (useful for an outing or for kid’s quick session of soccer), yet no vast grass fields. There are heaps of trees and a couple of nice gardens where couples or the young ones can stroll and take pictures with.

This park connects to the other vital promenade areas of the city by going through its encompassing roadways. The park with a beautiful lake is a perfect spot for strolling, running and biking for short ranges and since the pathway is a circuit, you can effortlessly do your exercises numerous times to make up for a more intense physical activity session.

Square One Shopping Center

The Square One Shopping Center is a comprehensive mall that has everything you need. You can go for a meal in any of the themed restaurants that will suit your fancy and budget. In addition to some restaurants there is an area where about 15 different types of cuisine are posted (Asian, Greek, Indian, American, Italian, etc) in a common food court. It is very good if you go with group of friends because everyone can order what they want and then sit together. There is also a Wal-Mart (supermarket) where there is a variety of products to purchase. It is here where you can find everything, from food, clothing to furniture, even car accessories.

There are also clothing stores for all brands but also some local shops with fair and reasonable prices. It is not an outlet site to buy cheaper goods, but it comes in handy if you need anything. The huge mall has a large assortment of shops and goods in them. The biggest shopping mall in Ontario is a nice place but in general, the place will save you time and money. The mall is really great, with an equally great (and free) parking and if you're ever in Mississauga it can be a good choice in case of a rainy day. You must allow at least one day getting to know it and explore all of its best features.

Kariya Park

Nestled at the center of Canada's sixth biggest and most open multi-social city, Kariya Park is a confirmation to Mississauga's association with its sister city in Japan. It lies smoothly in the city center, with the popular Civic Center clock-tower effortlessly seen through the greenery at the heart of the bustling city of Mississauga. The Japanese inspired recreation center is open 7 days a week, from 7:00 am to 9:00 pm.

To access the site you must pass by the Kariya Drive that is just along the Burnhamthorpe Road, around the eastern part of the Civic Center. During winter the access path gets limited if the entire path gets covered in thick snow. But if the weather is fine and you are just within this region, make it a point to take a stroll around this delightful park. You can take pictures of the garden and enjoy its nice and calm ambience.

Lakefront Promenade Park

The Lakefront Promenade Park is one of the biggest waterfront advancements in Mississauga with more than 45 hectares (104 sections of land) of open parkland for outside diversion. It is a tourist spot and a good getaway place from the noises of the occupied life of the city. There are live bands and musical performance, and concerts held here especially during the summer season. The park has a busy harbor that serves as a port of call for two marina offices and bright cruise watercrafts that likewise take off from the lake. There is a playground zone here designed for kids that offers a water pad and a play area that is formed like a 65 foot marine vessel.

There are foot pathways, BBQ/picnic groves, strolling, and cycling zones. Additionally, you will be compensated with the delightful and visible Toronto skyline. The recreation center is exceptionally occupied in summers, so it is advisable to book in advance from lodging to flight deals during this peak season. The stream gets numerous migratory birds; bring your camera to capture all their colors and beauty. The park has no entrance fee and the free parking is easily accessible.

Erindale Park

The scenic Erindale Park is located within the proximity of Dundas and the town of Mississauga. It also stands near the University of Toronto's Mississauga Campus (formerly called the Erindale Campus) and is a short distance far from the Mississauga Golf Club. The nature park can be accessed from the Credit River which complements the breathtaking panoramic vistas of this spot.

The overall impression is this perfect site offers an oasis of peace in the middle of a busy urban sprawl. Another plus, there is no problem about parking space and there are BBQ, picnic areas, and a perfect place (if you’re a professional photographer or plain hobbyist)for a walking photo tour of the city.

Yorkdale Shopping Centre

The Yorkdale Shopping Center is also one of the most beautiful malls in the area. It is vast and airy, with the presence of international brands with very nice shops. The mall has excellent espresso shops and fine Italian sandwiches. It is a huge shopping complex with many shops that offer good quality service giving you lots of options on where to go and what to choose. The prices here are rather expensive as they carry international and signature brands more and they specifically target the rich or elite consumers in Mississauga. But there are certain times of the year when the shops offer good deals and discounts on clothing, footwear, mobile phones, gadgets, computer, etc. It also has good restaurants. One of the best dining option is the Moxie’s; they have good food, good service and nice interior design. This popular shopping complex is about 20 minutes away by subway from the downtown center.

Travelling in another place leads you to so many expectations. You aim for a well organized tour, a chance to know a country or the city in the variety of attractions you will see and explore. Mississauga is a multi cultural city that provides all of that and more. It is the type of city with a lot of diversity to offer every curious traveler with its array of parks, high rise malls, and serene lakes to discover. Aside from being a highly developed city, it is also here where you will learn how to live and work in peace.

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